Sign In Register

Quorn, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Quorn is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,190. Elevation: 978 ft (298 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,190 Population 2/sq mi density
978 ft Elevation 298 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
14.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$20,855 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$20,855 median income, 4.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

Discover Quorn, Australia

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

About Quorn

Quorn

Quorn is a small town and railhead in the Flinders Ranges region in the north of South Australia, 39 kilometres (24 mi) northeast of Port Augusta. Situated on the traditional lands of the Nukunu people, the town now lies within the Flinders Ranges Council local government area. It is in the state electoral district of Giles and the federal Division of Grey. With its picturesque setting and heritage-listed buildings, the town is known for tourism and as a filming location, as well as being the terminus of the Pichi Richi Railway.

People

Population1,190
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,855
Per Capita$20,855
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership79.0%
Housing Units476

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Population1,190
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Coordinates-32.3468°, 138.0418°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation14.1 inches (358 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,855
Median Age53.0 years

About Quorn

Quorn is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,190. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet (298 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Quorn has a population of 1,190 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 506.1 square miles. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,190
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above Australia avg
506.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Quorn vs Australia Average

The median household income in Quorn is $20,855, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,855 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $401, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 113 business establishments.

Income: Quorn vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,855
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,855
Avg Weekly Wage$401

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)113

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Quorn is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 79.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 476 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.0%
Owner-Occupied79.0%
Renter-Occupied21.0%
Housing Units476

Property Tax

Quorn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area506.1 sq mi (1,310.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-32.3468°N, 138.0418°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.1"
63% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.57"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 8, 2025.

Mar 22, 2023 60 km ENE of Peterborough, Australia M4.9 146 km
Jan 11, 2025 74 km ENE of Quorn, Australia M4.9 74 km
May 3, 1997 32 km WNW of Burra, Australia M4.8 142 km
Jan 26, 2009 25 km NE of Peterborough, Australia M4.6 103 km
Apr 29, 2014 68 km ENE of Peterborough, Australia M4.6 149 km
Oct 15, 2011 73 km E of Quorn, Australia M4.6 73 km
Feb 8, 2025 83 km NE of Quorn, Australia M4.3 83 km
Apr 17, 2024 8 km ENE of Jamestown, Australia M4.3 111 km
Nov 13, 1995 30 km E of Quorn, Australia M4.2 31 km
Aug 18, 1999 24 km W of Peterborough, Australia M4.2 83 km
Jul 30, 2010 21 km NNE of Quorn, Australia M4.2 21 km
Sep 4, 2011 16 km SW of Peterborough, Australia M4.1 103 km
Jun 14, 2001 56 km N of Quorn, Australia M4.1 57 km
Mar 5, 1997 40 km NNE of Burra, Australia M4.0 150 km
Apr 24, 2017 29 km ENE of Quorn, Australia M4.0 30 km
Jul 7, 2006 123 km NNE of Quorn, Australia M4.0 123 km
Oct 3, 2002 65 km NNE of Quorn, Australia M3.8 65 km
Dec 3, 1990 140 km NE of Quorn, Australia M3.8 141 km
Nov 29, 1991 75 km N of Quorn, Australia M3.7 76 km
Dec 17, 1992 1 km SE of Peterborough, Australia M3.5 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
February 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
June 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
July 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in

Quorn has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 46°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.6") and March the driest (0.8").

View full weather details →

Schools in Quorn

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Quorn Area School
View full schools details →

Hotels in Quorn

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Great Northern Lodge

Cafes in Quorn

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Emily's Bistro
Michie's Kitchen
Quandong Cafe
Quorn Cafe
Teas on the Terrace

Train Stations in Quorn

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Old Willows

Gas Stations in Quorn

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #5078118322

Golf Courses in Quorn

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Quorn Golf Club

Breweries in Quorn

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
The Old Willows Brewery Restaurant

Airports Near Quorn

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Augusta AirportPUGMedium Airport
Whyalla AirportWYAMedium Airport
Booleroo Centre AirportSmall Airport
Carrieton AirportSmall Airport
El Alamein LandingSmall Airport
Orroroo AirportSmall Airport
Quorn AirportSmall Airport
Rawnsley Park AirportSmall Airport
Stirling North/Flinders Field AirportSmall Airport
WILMINGTON RESIDENTIAL AIRPARKSmall Airport
Wilpena Pound AirportHWKSmall Airport

Explore Near Quorn

Meteorites
6
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
View all →
Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
View all →

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Quorn.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Quorn

What is the population of Quorn?

Quorn has a population of 1,190 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 506.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Quorn expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,855, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Quorn?

Quorn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches.

How is the job market in Quorn?

Quorn has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $401. There are 113 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Quorn?

The median home value in Quorn is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 79.0%.

Nearby Cities

Compare Quorn with another city: